First Aid Course Newcastle, NSW
Maitland, Hunter Valley, The Central & Mid North Coast

What is this course about?

The HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course is a nationally recognised training program designed to equip participants with the essential skills to manage a range of medical emergencies. This course is ideal for workplaces, community members, and individuals who want to be prepared to respond to first aid situations confidently. Covering CPR, wound care, fractures, allergic reactions, and more, this training provides practical, hands-on experience to help save lives. Available in Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, and the Central and Mid North Coast of NSW, this course is easily accessible for participants across the region.

  • Units Delivered

    Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following units:

    • HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

    • HLTAID010 – Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

    • HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

  • Course Duration

    Course durations may vary, but the minimum required times are:

    • Face-to-Face: At least 7 hours 30 minutes of in-person training

    • Online + Face-to-Face Assessment: Online coursework with at least 1 hour of in-person assessment

Allens Training logo with a blue star of life symbol, RTO 90909, and slogan "Quality Assured Training for over 20 years."

Entry Requirements

To ensure participants can complete the practical components of the course, the following requirements apply:

  • Must have the physical ability to perform 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on the floor

  • Must be able to perform rescue breathing techniques on manikins

  • For online study: Access to a computer, smartphone, or tablet with an internet connection is required

Certificate Renewal

This certification has an industry-recommended renewal period of 36 months, ensuring participants stay up to date with current first aid practices.

Assessment Activities

To achieve competency, students must complete:

  • Performance Tasks & Practical Scenarios:

    • Perform CPR on an adult, including using an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position

    • Complete a first aid incident report based on a simulated first aid scenario

    • Perform CPR on an infant

    • Manage a casualty with anaphylaxis

    • Manage a casualty with asthma

    • Manage a choking casualty

    • Treat a casualty with non-life-threatening bleeding and shock, requiring minor wound cleaning

    • Manage a casualty with a nosebleed

    • Manage a casualty with a fracture and dislocation

    • Manage a casualty with a sprain and strain

    • Treat a casualty with envenomation (e.g., snake or funnel-web spider bite)

  • Theory Assessment:

    • A written multiple-choice exam to assess theoretical knowledge

Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Enrolment for this course is conducted through Allens Training Pty Ltd (RTO 90909). Students should review the Student Handbook for information about their rights, responsibilities, and policies, including complaints and appeals.

Book Your First Aid Training Today!

First aid skills are invaluable for work, home, and the community. Be prepared to act in an emergency by booking your spot at one of our training locations in Newcastle, Maitland, Hunter Valley, or the Central and Mid North Coast of NSW.